Excavating

ArborServe offers excavating services to residential, commercial, and agricultural customers in Central Virginia. From drainage ditch and culvert pipe installation to light grading, ArborServe is here to help.

Drainage Ditch Installation

Standing water and poor runoff can lead to major issues around your home. ArborServe installs drainage ditches that help redirect surface water away from foundations, driveways, and low-lying areas. Each project is carefully planned to improve flow without disrupting the surrounding landscape.

Culvert Pipe Installation

Whether you’re installing a new gravel driveway or improving access across a ditch or low spot, culvert pipes play a critical role in controlling water flow. ArborServe provides proper sizing and installation to ensure durability and long-term performance.


Frequently Asked Questions

What size culvert pipes can you install?
ArborServe typically installs 12″ pipe, but we’ve also installed up to 4′ diameter pipes.

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Light Grading

ArborServe offers light grading services to reshape small areas of your yard, improving function without the need for large-scale excavation equipment. Minor changes to your property’s slope can dramatically improve water runoff and prevent erosion.


Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fix my gravel driveway?
Yes, ArborServe can grade your driveway, install ditches, and add gravel.
Can you smooth out a rough or bumpy yard?
Yes, ArborServe can smooth out a rough or bumpy yard.

Stormwater Mitigation

From redirecting downspouts to shaping swales and managing runoff paths, ArborServe offers stormwater mitigation solutions that are both practical and property-specific. These measures help protect your landscape and hardscape features from water damage and saturation.


Frequently Asked Questions

Can you help with erosion?
Yes, ArborServes provides a wide range of stormwater solutions to help prevent erosion. Examples include riprap, French drains, box drains or catch basins, and even living ground cover such as sod. The most effective solution will be determined after a thorough inspection of your site.

Gravel Driveway Installation

ArborServe offers gravel driveway installation for residential properties, ensuring proper grading, compaction, and drainage. Whether you’re installing a new driveway or refreshing an existing one, ArborServe focuses on solid, reliable construction that holds up to everyday use and weather.


Frequently Asked Questions

What steps are involved in getting a driveway established on raw land?
ArborServe’s process for establishing a new driveway on raw land involves the following:

  1. The first step in installing a driveway is to clear the area where the driveway will be.
  2. Next, we grade the newly cleared area for drainage, then cut in ditches if necessary.
  3. Finally, we lay down the base layer of stone, compact it as needed, and add another layer of stone. We typically use #57 gravel.

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